Innovations in Rehabilitation Sciences Education

We are most fortunate to be housed in an institution that embraces risk taking and innovation in education. Part of the joy of working at McMaster University is the sense that you will be supported in your efforts to develop new ways of facilitating learning even if these are not always successful. We are privileged to work with a group of exceptional colleagues who embrace - novation and strive for ongoing excellence in education. Their commitment and - thusiasm emerges through the reading of the chapters. Patricia Solomon Sue Baptiste Hamilton,Ontario December,2004 Contents VII Contents Chapter 1 Skills for the Rehabilitation Professional of the Future Patricia Solomon, Sue Baptiste New Skills for the Changing Practice Context . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Self-directed and Lifelong Learning Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Evidence-based Practice Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Consultation Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Communication Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Professionalism and Ethical Decision Making . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Barriers to Implementing Innovative Curricula . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Conclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Chapter 2 Curriculum Development and Design Sue Baptiste, Patricia Solomon The Pedagogical Framework: Problem-based Learning . . . . . . . . . . 12 Approaching the Task of Curriculum Renewal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Where to Begin? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Designing Our New Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Redevelopment Within a Problem-based Learning Culture . . . . . . . . 18 Integration of Experiential Practice Preparation Within a Problem-based Learning Framework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Evaluation Within a Graduate Problem-based Learning Framework . . . . 19 Conclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 VIII Contents Chapter 3 Strategies for Integrating Basic Sciences in Curriculum Hallie Groves Basic Sciences in an Integrated Curriculum: What to Learn? . . . . . . . 24 Strategies for Integrating Basic Sciences into Innovative Curricula . . . . 25 Selecting Learning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

This book unites the expertise of many faculty members experienced in curriculum development for rehabilitation science programs at McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. McMaster is known for its innovative approaches to education, in particular, for being the first major center of problem-based learning. The content of this book uses illustrations from the curriculum reform experiences of the physiotherapy and occupational therapy programs at McMaster, highlighting key aspects of professional preparation and entry-level curricula. The high-level overview of curriculum renewal and curriculum implementation is applicable on a worldwide level, and features teaching strategies and innovations in health science education.

Skills for the Rehabilitation Professional of the Future.- Curriculum Development and Design.- Strategies for Integrating Basic Sciences in Curriculum.- Developing Emerging Roles in Clinical Education.- Evidence-based Practice for the Rehabilitation Sciences.- Ethics.- Interprofessional Education.- Curricula to Promote Community Health.- Developing Communication Skills.- Developing Community Partnerships.- Evidence-based Admissions in Rehabilitation Science.- Educational Preparation for Rural and Remote Practice: The Northern Studies Stream.- A Program Logic Model: A Specific Approach to Curriculum and Program Evaluation.